Why is DMF banned? The Dual Story of a Controversial Compound
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In 2009, the European Union banned the importation of consumer products containing dimethyl fumarate (DMF) following widespread reports of severe skin reactions, a condition dubbed 'toxic sofa dermatitis'. This critical regulatory action is a key reason **why is DMF banned** in certain applications, despite a delayed-release formulation of the compound being approved for medical use.
